Identifies
/ɪˈdɛntɪˌfaɪz/
Definitions
- (v.) To recognize and establish the identity of a person, entity, or thing in a legal context.
The witness identifies the suspect in the courtroom.
Forms
- identify
- identified
- identifying
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Commentary
Often used in evidentiary contexts to establish the identity of parties or documents.
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